Bakersfield, California
Meadows Field Airport (BFL) is the primary airport serving Bakersfield and Kern County, California. In the "Airports" category, it offers a convenient and stress-free travel experience compared to larger hubs. Visitors (travelers) should choose it for easy access to the southern Central Valley.
The airport is known for its modern, easy-to-navigate terminal (William M. Thomas Terminal). It offers flights to major hubs like Phoenix and Denver. The airport has a friendly, small-town feel.
Travel to and from Bakersfield. Enjoy a meal or snack at the terminal restaurant. Relax in the uncrowded waiting areas. Car rentals are conveniently located on-site.
Arrive about 90 minutes before your flight. The airport is generally efficient, so long waits are rare.
Open to ticketed passengers and those picking up/dropping off. Parking is close to the terminal and relatively inexpensive compared to big city airports.
Facilities include a restaurant/bar, gift shop, ATMs, and car rental counters. Free Wi-Fi is available. The terminal is fully accessible.
Meadows Field is a great alternative to driving to LAX for residents of the Central Valley. The parking lot is just steps from the terminal entrance.
Oildale is nearby, known for its country music history (Merle Haggard). Downtown Bakersfield is a short drive south. The Kern River runs nearby.